Appeal: We call for a legal anchoring for sustainable procurement FEMNET has been working in the field of ‘fair public procurement’ for many years. The public sector in Germany invests about 500 billion euros annually in the purchase of goods and services (OECD 2019). As part of our membership of the CorA Corporate Responsibility Network Let's support an appeal, which calls on the Federal Government to adopt clear legal requirements for the consideration of human rights and environmental standards in the procurement of the federal, state and local governments. Details Published: 08 October 2024 Read more …
© Phillip Kofler - Pixabay.com Fair play on the ball is not enough - Fair Wear Works calls for and promotes sustainable textiles in sport The Fair Wear Works project promotes ecological and social production conditions for textiles. With workshops, it offers active support for clubs to increase sustainability in the field of sports textiles and textile merchandise. VfL Bochum 1848 is the first club in the Bundesliga to implement Fair Wear Works recommendations. Details Published: 20 September 2024 Read more …
The Dindigul Agreement is a success: Violence is decreasing – businesses now need to act The second progress report on the Dindigul Agreement shows significant progress in the fight against gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) at Eastman Exports' Natchi plant. The agreement plays a crucial role in improving working conditions and underlines the positive effect of legally binding agreements negotiated with trade unions. Businesses and political actors are now more than ever required to extend the agreement. Details Published: 16 September 2024 Read more …
© FEMNET An often neglected aspect of occupational health and safety: Gender-based violence and harassment In discussions about the health and safety of workers in the textile and footwear industry, gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) is rarely considered. However, a recent study by TURC in Indonesia (2023) and CIVIDEP in India (2023) shows that GBVH has a huge impact on workers' physical and mental health. But what can be done? Details Published: 16 September 2024 Read more …
© Nicole Hoffmann Humboldt-Gymnasium Gifhorn Four schools – one topic: Why is our clothes so dirty? The Fairtrade Town Steering Group of the City of Gifhorn annually takes the Sustainability Days as an opportunity to present sustainability issues in the city – and also in schools. This year, four lectures on ‘Dirty Clothes’ took place at the Sibylla-Merian-Gymnasium in Meinersen, as well as at the Humboldt-Gymnasium, Otto-Hahn-Gymnasium and the Vocational Schools 2 in Gifhorn. Details Published: 16 September 2024 Read more …
© Tessa Stetter Summer at fashion interACTION Summer break? No, we stay active! The members of the fashion interACTION Network They were also active in the summer and exchanged views on various topics. With more than 100 members who have a wide range of professional backgrounds and interests, the network holds a wealth of experience and competences. These were used in various event formats – to train, network and exchange with each other. Details Published: 10 September 2024 Read more …
© FEMNET ⁇ Dr. Gisela Burckhardt Can the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) help workers? In a preliminary publication of a longer article, FEMNET CEO Dr. Gisela Burckhardt analyses the current status of the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act and the European Supply Chain Act (CSDDD) with regard to their impact on workers' rights. Details Published: 14 August 2024 Read more …
© FEMNET Become part of the advisory board of Fashion interACTION! The fashion interACTION network is looking for committed members who would like to strengthen our advisory board. Already in the conception phase, our project was supported by students, university staff and representatives of civil society. Now you have the chance to become part of this committee and actively contribute your perspectives. Details Published: 09 July 2024 Read more …
Women in the clothing and footwear industry: The workplace is becoming a health risk In order to create a more gender-sensitive system for occupational safety and health, our partner organisations Cividep (India) and the Trade Unions Right Centre (TURC, Indonesia) have each conducted a study on the specific risks for women in the world of work. Details Published: 09 July 2024 Read more …
© FLMH Laboratory for Politics and Communication New handout: Sustainable Textiles for Welfare Together with the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the German Association for International Cooperation (GIZ), FEMNET has published a new guide. This supports charities in procuring and using sustainable textiles. Details Published: 21 June 2024 Read more …
